Sale of Nkuku to Bridges Ventures
Argyll Partners acted as lead financial adviser to the shareholders of Nkuku on an investment in the company by private equity firm Bridges Fund Management (“Bridges”), the specialist sustainable and impact investor.
Nkuku
fast-growing ethical home and lifestyle brand based in Devon
works directly with artisans around the world to create and sell beautifully handmade products which combine traditional craftsmanship with sustainable natural materials
sells directly to consumers via its website, Nkuku.com, and through retail partners and a store
Project highlights
worked with the founders of Nkuku for three years to advise on preparations for, and the timing of, a process
managed a competitive investment process to achieve an attractive valuation
selected preferred investor with clear alignment on strategy, values and impact
investment will help support digital marketing, other growth initiatives, and help strengthen Nkuku’s focus on impact and sustainability
Co-founders Ali and Alex Cooke jointly commented:
“We were greatly impressed by the role the Argyll team played in Nkuku securing investment from the well aligned ethical investment fund, Bridges. Constantly on hand with their expertise, years of experience and extensive knowledge they were an important guiding hand and support throughout the entire process.”